Planning an energy retrofit for a multi-unit residential building raises a lot of questions. Where do you start, who needs to be involved, and how do you sequence upgrades so each investment supports the next? This guide addresses those questions directly, written for building owners and property managers who are weighing capital renewals, longer-range improvements, or their first energy retrofit.
Retrofit Ready? walks through the arc of the process: how energy retrofits differ from like-for-like renewals, why a coordinated plan matters, what a good plan includes, and how to fund and implement the work. It covers common retrofit measures across the building enclosure, mechanical systems, electrical infrastructure, and climate resilience, and introduces an enclosure-first approach to sequencing upgrades for long-term impact. Practical sections on funding sources, construction phase expectations, and occupant communication make this a useful reference for any owner thinking about what comes next.